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Nanofibre markets growing worldwide to $176 million in 2012

1 September 2007
Worldwide the market for sales of nanofibres rose to $43.2 million in 2006, from $40.2 million in 2005, and will reach about $48.0 million by the end of 2007, according to the latest market survey.
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Obituaries--Peter Lennox-Kerr, the man with the big hat, and Ted Love

1 September 2007
Peter Lennox-Kerr, internationally known textile journalist, died at his home in Derbyshire, UK, on 22 July following a relatively short illness. He was 81.
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Wellman sells its European recycled fibres business to Germany's Aurelius

1 September 2007
Wellman Inc, a manufacturer of plastic packaging, fibres and engineering resins with headquarters in Fort Mill, South Carolina, USA, has sold its European business Wellman International Ltd, which mak
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Hohenstein scientists help determine causes of skin irritation

1 September 2007
German researchers claim to have developed in-vitro tests that can reliably predict mechanically triggered skin irritation such as that caused by projecting fibres.
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Advanced polypropylene grades for performance textiles

1 September 2007
Borealis has introduced a new range of polypropylene (PP) textile fibre grades that provide high-quality and long-service life for carpets and upholstery.
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Stride forward in vacuum degassing of polymer melts

1 September 2007
Gneuss Kunststofftechnik GmbH has introduced its latest development: a patented evacuation technology for polymer melts, describing it as a significant step forward in vacuum degassing.
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University cooperation develops next-generation flak jacket

1 September 2007
US and UK researchers are collaborating to develop the next generation of armoured vest for the police and armed forces.
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Oerlikon Neumag relocates airlaid business from Denmark to Germany

1 September 2007
Oerlikon Neumag has moved its airlaid business segment (Neumag Denmark) from Denmark to its headquarters in Neumunster, Germany.
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Silicones help denim jeans become a better fit for the environment

1 September 2007
Dow Corning Corp has developed a denim processing method that it claims significantly reduces the amount of water needed and decreases waste output.
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Wellman sells its European recycled fibres business to Germany's Aurelius

1 September 2007
Wellman Inc, a manufacturer of plastic packaging, fibres and engineering resins with headquarters in Fort Mill, South Carolina, USA, has sold its European business Wellman International Ltd, which mak
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Trevira invests in filament yarns and bicomponent fibres

1 September 2007
Fibre manufacturer Trevira has invested to optimize filament yarn production at its site in Guben, Germany.
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Direct or transfer printing are combined in a single model

1 September 2007
Multi-Plot Europe of Bad Emstal, Germany, has introduced a digital textile printer--d.gen Arachne Combo.
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Polymer Group invests in North American spunbond line

1 September 2007
Polymer Group Inc (PGI) has announced plans to install a state-of-the-art spunbond line in North America to serve customers in the USA and Mexico.
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Gaping hospital gowns replaced

1 September 2007
Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, USA, is replacing its standard-issue hospital gowns with less revealing versions.
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Approval for honey-based dressing

1 September 2007
A patented advanced wound care dressing from Comvita is reported to be the first honey-based product for the management of wounds and burns to receive marketing clearance from the US Food and Drug Adm
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Controlled drug release from nanofibrous polyester materials

1 September 2007
Professor Martin Bide of the University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, USA, described a study to synthesize and characterize in vitro novel nanofibre materials containing biologically active
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Unloading knee brace

1 September 2007
An unloading knee brace is outlined in US Patent 7 198 610 by Ossur.
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Energizer to acquire Playtex Products

1 September 2007
Batteries and flashlights supplier Energizer Holdings is to acquire Playtex Products for US$1.2 billion in cash. Including the assumption of debt, the transaction value totals US$1.9 billion.
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Boost to European urinary incontinence therapeutics market

1 September 2007
The social stigma attached to urinary incontinence together with the side effects of some existing treatments is restraining market expansion, according to market analyst Frost & Sullivan.
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Comvita acquires Medihoney

1 September 2007
For A$6 million (US$5.1 million), New Zealand natural health company Comvita has acquired Australia-based wound care specialist Medihoney.
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